Petpooja Raises Rs 137 Crore from Dharana Capital to Boost AI-Driven Restaurant Tech

Restaurant technology platform Petpooja has raised Rs 137 crore in a funding round led by Dharana Capital, with participation from marquee investors including Ashish Gupta (Helion Ventures), Abhiraj Singh Bhal, Varun Khaitan, and Raghav Chandra (co-founders of Urban Company), along with Mukund Kulashekaran, Chief Business Officer at Urban Company.

The round, a mix of primary and secondary capital, will help Petpooja strengthen its product offerings, accelerate AI-driven automation, and expand global operations.

Petpooja’s Journey in Restaurant Tech

Founded in 2011 by Parthiv Patel and Apurv Patel, Petpooja has grown into one of the largest restaurant management SaaS platforms in India. The company claims to power over 100,000 restaurants across India, the Middle East, the United States, and Africa, spanning more than 140 cities.

The platform currently processes over 7 million orders daily, making it a critical technology partner for restaurants ranging from cloud kitchens to large dining chains.

Investors Back Petpooja’s Vision

Commenting on the investment, Vamsi Duvvuri, Founder and Managing Partner at Dharana Capital, said:

“As India’s food service ecosystem undergoes rapid digitization, Petpooja has emerged as the technology backbone for restaurants. Their customer-first approach has helped them scale quickly, and we are excited to support their next growth phase.”

Echoing the sentiment, Parthiv Patel, Co-Founder and CEO of Petpooja, added:

“This partnership with Dharana Capital is a big milestone for us. The funding will enable us to enhance our solutions, push the boundaries of AI innovation, and simplify operations for restaurants globally.”

Future Plans and Outlook

Petpooja plans to use the funding to:

• Enhance its restaurant SaaS product portfolio

• Build AI-powered automation tools for restaurants

• Strengthen customer service and onboarding

• Expand reach in international markets

The company aims to consolidate its position as the leading restaurant technology provider in India while also scaling its presence globally.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is Petpooja?
Petpooja is a cloud-based SaaS platform that helps restaurants manage billing, inventory, orders, payments, and integrations with food delivery apps.

Q2. How much funding did Petpooja raise in 2025?
The company raised Rs 137 crore in a round led by Dharana Capital, along with participation from industry leaders and angel investors.

Q3. Who are the founders of Petpooja?
Petpooja was founded in 2011 by Parthiv Patel and Apurv Patel.

Q4. How many restaurants use Petpooja?
As of 2025, Petpooja powers more than 100,000 restaurants across 140+ cities worldwide.

Q5. What will Petpooja use the funding for?
The funding will be used to enhance AI-driven products, expand global operations, and improve customer support services.